Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Gender Diversity and Performance of International Non-governmental Organizations in the Democratic Republic of Congo
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study looks at the influence of Gender Diversity on the Performance of International Non-Governmental Organizations in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The objective of the study was to find out the effect of Gender ... -
Factors That Influence Obstetric Ultrasound Scan Turnaround Time at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya (a Cross Sectional Study)
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Ultrasound is essential for clinical diagnosis and or management of normal and complicated pregnancies. With the implementation of Managed Equipment Project (MEP) in four national referral hospitals and 94 ... -
Effects of Drought on Household Livelihoods in Ngomeni Ward, Mwingi North Sub County, Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Drought is one of the commonest disasters affecting Kenya today. About 80% of the landmass in Kenya is categorized as arid and semi-arid lands. These areas are prone to droughts. Over the years, the intensity, duration and ... -
Business Continuity Planning Strategies Adopted for Building Resilience at the Standard Media Group
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Clinicopathological Features and Early Surgical Outcome of Posterior Cranial Fossa Tumours in Children at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Study Background: Posterior cranial fossa (PCF) tumours account for 54 – 70% of brain tumours in children. The pattern of presentation is variable and is dependent on the location of tumour within the PCF, however, a triad ... -
Change Management and Organizational Performance at Eldoret Water Resources Authority, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Most institutions have continued to face an increased pace of the rate of change over the past five decades as occasioned by advancing in technology, organization dynamism and changing legislation driving need for strategic ... -
The Effect of Funding Mix on the Financial Sustainability of Non-profit Organizations in Nairobi County, Kenya.
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Achieving Access to Justice Through Alternative Dispute Resolutions: a Critical Analysis on Kenyan Legal Framework
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Kenyan courts are required to promote alternative forms of dispute resolution and safeguard timely administration of justice by ensuring timely disposal of proceedings and efficient disposal of their businesses. It is ... -
Effect of Fund Characteristics on Financial Performance of Pension Schemes in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Every year, billions of dollars are lost due to poor performance in Kenya's pension scheme. Liquidity problems, portability issues, and the anticipated retirement of a large group of members have altered the situation for ... -
Review of Clinico-pathological Presentation, Management and Outcomes of Patients With Sex Cord-stromal Tumours of the Ovary Managed at KNH From 2010 to 2020. A Descriptive Retrospective Cross Sectional Study.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Sex cord-stromal tumours (SCST) represent a heterogenous group of tumour histological subtypes that develop from primitive sex cords, stromal cells or mesenchyme. They are indolent however most patients present ... -
Reversible Effect of Testosterone on the Morphology of the Coronary Artery in Adult Male Rabbits;an Interventional Study
(UON, 2021)Background; Male hypogonadism, marked by low serum levels of testosterone, is a relatively common endocrine disorder and its prevalence differs among populations. Declining quantities of serum testosterone have been linked ... -
The Effect of Digital Transformation on Capital-labour Ratio in the Commercial Banking Sector in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Digital transformation boosts productivity and hence raises revenues and consumption per capita. Over the last ten years there has been an extensive adoption of digitalization by banks in Kenya. This has resulted to slowed ... -
Effect of Capital Structure on the Financial Performance of Non-financial Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(2021)Company requires funds for financing its projects or investments in order to take care of its operations and also for its growth. Capital structure is very key in the shareholders wealth maximization and firm performance. ... -
An Appraisal of the Elective Surgical Scheduling System at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background. The demand for provision of surgical services in Kenyatta National Hospital has always outstripped the supply. Therefore, due to this elective surgery has always been subject to a waiting list. The point of ... -
Effects of Job Performance Appraisal on Employee Motivation and Career Advancement: a Case of Pkf Audit Firm
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Performance appraisal is a vital Human Resource Management constituent and an essential component that impacts the organizational and employee effectiveness and efficiency, hence the necessity for the organization to ... -
Effect of Quality Improvement Approaches on Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission Services Coverage in Nairobi County
(UON, 2021)Background: Improving the quality of healthcare is a growing international concern as it ensures that the healthcare system functions efficiently. Quality improvement in the HIV field focuses on achieving essential health ... -
Influence of Project Planning on Implementation of Urban Road Projects in Kenya: a Case of Kenya Urban Roads Authority, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Over the years rapid urbanization has taken place and with this there has been a need to create sustainable cities with urban infrastructure and social public amenities that support the population surge in the urban areas. ... -
Capacity Management and Performance of Five- Star Hotels in Nairobi County; Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study aimed to establish the influence of capacity management strategies on performance of five-star hotels in Nairobi County. The study also sought to evaluate the challenges experienced in incorporation of capacity ... -
Assessing the Effects of Covid-19 on Africa’s Economic Security, a Case Study of Kenya’s Hospitality and Tourism Sectors
(University of Nairobi, 2021)COVID-19 has caused unprecedented challenges to the entire world, at the onset of the Pandemic, communities across the world began to experience the hurdles, ranging from health to other social and economic needs. In ... -
Estimates of the Incidence and Burden of Human Cases of Dog Bites in Juba City, South Sudan
(UON, 2021)Rabies is a disease of ancient time. It has a case fatality rate of 100% and it is transmitted to humans by rabid animal especially domestic dogs. Thus dog-bites are an indicator of the burden of rabies in human populations. ...
